JLG Triple-L Operator Manual - Manual (Page 62)

SECTION 4 - SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
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Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit –
Tow Vehicle
1. Locate the statement, “The combined weight of
occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX
lbs.,” on your vehicle’s placard.
2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and
passengers who will be riding in your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas-
sengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds.
4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of
cargo and luggage capacity. For example, if the
“XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five
150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of
available cargo and luggage capacity is 650 lbs.
(1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.).
5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and
cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may
not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage
capacity calculated in Step # 4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your
trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult the
tow vehicle’s manual to determine how this weight
transfer reduces the available cargo and luggage
capacity of your vehicle.
Tire Safety - Everything Rides On It
The National Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has
published a brochure (DOT HS 809 361) that discusses all
aspects of Tire Safety, as required by CFR 575.6. This bro-
chure is reproduced in part below. It can be obtained and
downloaded from NHTSA, free of charge, from the follow-
ing web site:
http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/rules/TireSafety/ridesonit/
tires_index.html
Studies of tire safety show that maintaining proper tire
pressure, observing tire and vehicle load limits (not carry-
ing more weight in your vehicle than your tires or vehicle
can safely handle), avoiding road hazards, and inspecting
tires for cuts, slashes, and other irregularities are the most
important things you can do to avoid tire failure, such as
tread separation or blowout and flat tires. These actions,
along with other care and maintenance activities, can
also:
• Improve vehicle handling
• Help protect you and others from avoidable break-
downs and accidents
• Improve fuel economy
• Increase the life of your tires.
This booklet presents a comprehensive overview of tire
safety, including information on the following topics:
• Basic tire maintenance
• Uniform Tire Quality Grading System
• Fundamental characteristics of tires
Tire safety tips.
Use this information to make tire safety a regular part of
your vehicle maintenance routine. Recognize that the time
you spend is minimal compared with the inconvenience
and safety consequences of a flat tire or other tire failure.